Master of Networking and Systems Administration (MNet&SysAdmin)

The Linux Engineer Stream

Aims:

The aim of this course is to provide professionals in the IT industry with an advanced course of study in Networking and System Administration that is current, relevant and integrates industry certification in these fields.

Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, graduates will possess: 

• Advanced skills in the design, implementation and management of networks;
• Higher order system administration knowledge and skills;
• Certification as a Red Hat or Novell Certified Linux Engineer;
• Certification as a VMWare Certified Professional (elective subject);
• Advanced skills in identifying network security risk profiles, defining network security policies and maintaining secure global networks;
• Problem-solving skills and methodologies when troubleshooting and documenting global internetworking problems;
• The ability to analyse complex client business and technical requirements and select appropriate inter-network technologies and topologies, and
• Skills in the development of solutions that meet customer business objectives for functionality, performance, and cost.

This course can be found on the Charles Sturt University site at: http://www.csu.edu.au/courses/postgraduate/networking_systems/

Course Structure:

The Course consists of 12 subjects with a total value of 96 points. For students that do not qualify for any credit, the recommended duration to complete the Masters is 2 years. There are 3 sessions per year and we recommend a commitment of 2 subjects per session.

Prospective students can obtain descriptions of the content of subjects by filling out the Request more information form.

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University Subjects:

Core University Subjects (3 Subjects):

ITC506 Topics in IT Ethics
ITC511 Networking Concepts 1
ITC512 Networking Concepts 2

Elective subjects (choose 3)

ITC513 Wireless Networking Concepts
ITC520 Information Systems Strategy
ITC563 IT Management Issues
ITC593 Network Security
ITC596 IT Risk Management
ITC514 Network and Security Administration
ITC597 Digital Forensics

*Note that ITC597 Digital Forensics is a core subject for the Digital Forensic stream and elective for all other streams.

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Credit:

Academic credit is available to students who can provide proof that they have passed relevant industry examinations. Request more information to obtain an estimate of your credit entitlements.

NOTE: The actual level of credit awarded will be confirmed upon acceptance into the Masters Degree.